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TruBoard Partners launches TruGreen platform in India
Last week
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digital transformation
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power / energy
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ai
TruBoard Partners has unveiled TruGreen, a comprehensive cloud-based platform for renewable energy management, at the Renewable Energy India Expo 2024.
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Hakkoda unveils data solutions for retail & CPG sectors
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martech
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supply chain & logistics
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cdp
Hakkoda launches data modernisation services for retail and CPG sectors, aiming to enhance inventory, supply chain, and real-time consumer insights.
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CorPlan wins contract to supply SkyCity with IBM software
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data analytics
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planning
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erp
CorPlan NZ has snagged a key contract to supply SkyCity with IBM Planning Analytics software, enhancing budgeting and forecasting efficiency amidst stiff competition.
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Standard Foods halves SAP costs, reinvests in AI growth
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data analytics
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low-code
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ai
Standard Foods cuts annual support costs in half by switching from SAP ECC to Rimini Support, reallocating savings to bolster AI and machine learning for predictive analytics.
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Gartner predicts AI-enabled PCs to reach 43% of market by 2025
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genai
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ai
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ai pc
Gartner forecasts that AI-enabled PCs will soar, comprising 43% of total PC shipments by 2025, up from just 17% in 2024.
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Kula launches AI-driven recruitment platform for global market expansion
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hcm
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ai
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payment technologies
Kula launches the first hiring platform with advanced AI, aiming to revolutionise recruiting by personalising and automating every step of the process.
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SAS named leader in AI/ML platforms by Forrester report
Last month
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genai
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ai
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sas
Forrester has named SAS a leader in AI/ML platforms in its Q3 2024 report, lauding its robust, user-friendly tools for next-gen AI/ML applications.
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Sally Europe boosts efficiency with Slimstock's supply platform
Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain & logistics
Sally Europe sees a 2% rise in on-shelf availability and a 5% boost in working capital after implementing Slimstock’s supply chain platform, enhancing cash flow.
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Navigating the path to sustainable success: Strategies for small businesses in 2024
Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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crm
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cx
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martech
Facing an uncertain future, Australian small businesses must embrace strategic financial planning and build strong customer relationships to thrive in 2024.
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Taking the lead: Why digital transformation should be finance first
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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productivity
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investment
Kickstarting your digital transformation with finance can yield quick, measurable gains. Mid-sized enterprises are urged to prioritise this back-office function to boost efficiency and strategic planning amidst economic uncertainties.
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Surge in AI adoption amongst sales challenges in Singapore
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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martech
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cdp
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productivity
Salesforce's latest report reveals rising challenges for sales teams, with 66% of professionals in Singapore finding it harder to meet customer expectations.
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How CFOs can work with human resources and IT teams through cross-functional collaboration
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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hcm
Modern CFOs now collaborate closely with HR and IT teams, driving strategy and organisational growth while facing economic pressures and talent challenges.
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Dialpad launches Ai Sales platform to boost sales efficiency
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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martech
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cdp
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salesforce
Dialpad has launched Ai Sales, an AI-driven platform aimed at streamlining sales operations by replacing over 10 separate applications and reducing operational costs by 18%.
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AI could add GBP £2 billion to UK GDP & create 20,000 jobs
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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ai
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ai agents
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cloud services
AI adoption could revolutionise the UK's accounting sector, adding GBP £2 billion to GDP, boosting exports by GBP £238 million, and creating nearly 20,000 jobs over three years, according to a new study by Sage and Demos.
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Why the future for chief financial officers is no longer just about numbers
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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robots
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digital transformation
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dei
CFO roles have evolved from mere number crunching to strategic planning, digital innovation, and driving sustainability, per SAP Concur’s CFO Insights report.
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BYD Lofts reports 15% revenue hike with new RMS system
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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data analytics
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bi
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big data
BYD Lofts Boutique Hotel sees a 15% revenue boost after deploying IDeaS G3 RMS to streamline pricing and optimise profitability amid a competitive market.
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AI presents major challenge for IT departments in 2024
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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erp
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it departments
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global economy
A Certinia report reveals 43% of firms see staff AI training as key for 2024, while 38% plan to hire AI talent. Will firms adapt swiftly enough?.
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Tegel transforms operations with RELEX supply chain solution
Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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data analytics
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planning
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supply chain & logistics
Tegel has revolutionised its supply chain with RELEX, moving from outdated Excel spreadsheets to advanced forecasting and planning.
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NICE unveils advanced WFM solutions for digital integration
Fri, 31st May 2024
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uc
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cx
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martech
NICE has launched new workforce management tools aimed at integrating digital front and back-office tasks, enhancing efficiencies and bottom-line results.
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Australian public cloud spending to exceed AUD $23.3 billion
Mon, 20th May 2024
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saas
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paas
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datacentre infrastructure
Australian organisations are set to spend over AUD $23.3 billion on public cloud services in 2024, a 19.7% rise, fuelling innovation in GenAI.